{"product_id":"the-complete-expert-to-author-guide-plan-write-and-publish-your-nonfiction-book-9781685551278","title":"The Complete Expert-To-Author Guide: Plan, Write, and Publish Your Nonfiction Book","description":"\u003cb\u003eLearn how to turn your expertise into a clear, compelling nonfiction book that reaches the people who need it most.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A smart and stylish guide to writing and publishing a nonfiction book.\" --\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Whether you're a consultant, coach, educator, healthcare provider, or entrepreneur, writing a book can expand your influence and help more people benefit from your ideas. \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Expert-to-Author Guide\u003c\/i\u003e provides a practical, step-by-step roadmap for moving from concept to finished manuscript without getting stuck along the way. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Written by veteran editors and book coaches Marisa Solis and Elizabeth Dougherty, who have guided hundreds of nonfiction books from idea to publication, this hands-on guide walks you through every stage of the writing process with clarity and confidence. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Here's what makes \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Expert-to-Author Guide\u003c\/i\u003e an essential resource: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- A Clear Road Map for Writing Your Book: \u003c\/b\u003eFollow a proven framework that takes you from initial idea to completed manuscript with manageable, actionable steps. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Designed for Experts and Professionals: \u003c\/b\u003e If your profession involves helping people improve their lives, turn your knowledge into an advice-based nonfiction book. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- 25 Practical Exercises and Writing Tools: \u003c\/b\u003e Writing prompts, preformatted templates, and market analysis exercises help you clarify your message and stay focused. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Structure Your Book with Confidence\u003ci\u003e: \u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eDevelop your advice-based book's premise, fine-tune your framework, and strengthen your table of contents upfront--making writing faster and less stressful. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003e- Navigate the Publishing Process: \u003c\/b\u003e Write a book proposal, explore publishing paths, and build the platform needed to reach your audience. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e If you've been thinking about writing a book but aren't sure where to start or how to finish, \u003ci\u003eThe Complete Expert-to-Author Guide\u003c\/i\u003e gives you the structure, strategy, and support to bring your book to life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Marisa Solis,Elizabeth Dougherty\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Collective Book Studio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/16\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 224\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.11h x 6.11w x 0.91d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781685551278\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e 01\/01\/0001\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e 07\/20\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarisa Solis\u003c\/b\u003e is a book coach, developmental editor, and cofounder of Book Structure Pros, a boutique editorial services company. Since her start in travel guidebook publishing in 1999, she has worked on more than 500 nonfiction books. Her specialties are self-help and wellness. Marisa lives in Los Angeles. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eElizabeth Dougherty\u003c\/b\u003e is a book coach, developmental editor, and cofounder of Book Structure Pros. She has worked in publishing since 1988 and was an executive editor at Weldon Owen. Her focus is on parenting, health and wellness, and women's leadership. Elizabeth holds a master's from Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism and lives in Palo Alto, California.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Marisa Solis \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48752313106589,"sku":"9781685551278","price":29.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_ae679a0c-99f9-420a-95f9-9c7b48df7a58.jpg?v=1785921627","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-complete-expert-to-author-guide-plan-write-and-publish-your-nonfiction-book-9781685551278","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}